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The 'Mississippi Department of Corrections Sentence Computation Reference Handbook' serves as a comprehensive guide for records technicians and criminal justice professionals, detailing the responsibilities of the Records Bureau, including inmate time computation, parole eligibility, and discharge procedures. It outlines laws governing sentence calculations, earned time allowances, and recent legal cases affecting these processes. The handbook also provides essential information on departmental duties, staff roles, and frequently asked questions related to sentencing and parole.

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Begin by entering the offender's personal information in the designated fields, including their full name, date of birth, and identification number.
Proceed to input the sentencing details. This includes the type of crime, length of sentence, and any applicable laws that were in effect at the time of sentencing.
Next, calculate pre-sentence jail time and enter this information accurately. This is crucial for determining the maximum discharge date.
Fill out sections related to earned time allowances and parole eligibility dates based on the guidelines provided in the handbook.
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What is the 50 percent law in Mississippi?

A person who is sentenced for a violent offense as defined in Section 97-3-2, except robbery with a deadly weapon as defined in Section 97-3-79, drive-by shooting as defined in Section 97-3-109, and carjacking as defined in Section 97-3-117, shall be eligible for parole only after having served fifty percent (50%) or

What percentage of a sentence must be served in Mississippi?

Typically, if you have been sentenced to serve one year or more, you may be eligible for parole after you have served 25% of your sentence, if your record of conduct shows that you have observed the rules of the Mississippi Department of Corrections.

What new law passed for inmates in Mississippi 2025?

Among bills passed during the 2025 legislative regular and special sessions, Senate Bill 2242 authorizes the MDOC to establish an inmate work program where eligible inmates may perform services for the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

How much do you get paid in Mississippi jail?

Jail Salary in Mississippi Annual SalaryWeekly Pay Top Earners $57,771 $1,110 75th Percentile $53,000 $1,019 Average $48,212 $927 25th Percentile $43,100 $828

How much time do you have to serve in Mississippi?

If the sentence is two years or less he must serve at least 9 months. If the sentence is two to five years he must serve at least 10 months. If the sentence is more than five years but less than thirty years he must at least one year. If the sentence is thirty years or more he must serve at least ten years.

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What is the 85 percent rule in Mississippi?

The Legislature adopted the so-called 85 percent rule which mandated that all state convicts must serve at least 85 percent of their sentences before being eligible for parole. Mississippis law sharply contrasted with other states, where the 85 percent rule applied only to violent offenders.

How much of your sentence do you serve in Mississippi?

HOW MUCH TIME WILL I HAVE TO SERVE? Typically, if you have been sentenced to serve one year or more, you may be eligible for parole after you have served 25% of your sentence, if your record of conduct shows that you have observed the rules of the Mississippi Department of Corrections.